Aug 08, 2025 19:08:00

Headline news for August 8, 2025

Calbee's snack 'Pizza Potato' and its pizza accompaniment 'Tabasco' have teamed up to produce ' Pizza Potato Tabasco Sauce Flavor, ' which will be released on Monday, August 18, 2025. This collaboration was made possible by a Calbee representative contacting Tabasco, and by using powdered Tabasco sauce ingredients, it is a product that allows you to enjoy the spicy and sour flavors that are characteristic of Tabasco sauce.

Calbee's first collaboration with pizza's ally, TABASCO® Sauce! 'Pizza Potato TABASCO® Sauce Flavor' features a refreshingly sour and spicy taste | Calbee, Inc. Press Release
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001630.000030525.html

By the way, the following article was published on the same day in the same month in the past.

A 4,000-year-old clay tablet has been deciphered and it has been revealed that it describes a 'misfortune that is a sign of a lunar eclipse' - GIGAZINE

Philosopher says the multiverse theory may be wrong What is the 'reverse gambler's fallacy' theory? - GIGAZINE

A 4m high blindfold fence that blocks fireworks from being seen was installed at the venue of the 2023 Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival, so I rushed to the site and took a photo - GIGAZINE

Did the '2023 Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival' eliminate congestion by reducing the free area and privacy fence? A thorough report on the local congestion situation - GIGAZINE

We investigated whether free spectators can enjoy the fireworks at the 2023 Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival, where a privacy fence has been installed - GIGAZINE

'Soan' has been released, which can convert text into old typeface (kuzushiji), so I tried converting modern text into a more interesting look - GIGAZINE

37% of all DDoS attacks target the gaming industry, with games like 'Among Us' and 'Sky: Children of the Light' also affected - GIGAZINE

The pandemic may have made many pets happier, especially cats - GIGAZINE

Thousands of tardigrades were discovered on a lunar probe that crashed onto the moon, and they may be breeding on the moon - GIGAZINE

A boy who emerged from the sea develops countless bleeding holes in his legs - what's the cause? - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)

The mischievous tamanduas were being taken to work...

📷20250801 #Izu Cactus Zoo #Southern Tamanduapic.twitter.com/MskuShKOkC
— Hanamaru Kakedashi Udon (@kakedashiudon) August 7, 2025

I was admiring the flowers in a greenhouse in the park when an old man called out to me, 'There are bananas over there, come over!' When I tried to run away with a friend who was nearby, he said, 'I'm the director!' - Togetter

A friend I hadn't seen in a while came with his daughter.
When I showed my girlfriend, who was born and raised in Russia, an AK (air-cooked) she said, 'That brings back memories! I was the fastest at assembling and disassembling things in middle school!' lol pic.twitter.com/VKypdM4F2D
— Howa Seiki Seisakusho (@HowaSeiki) August 6, 2025

The 'Let's Scare You! Bot' has finally appeared... → Its purpose is so evil that many people are frightened. 'It's too evil.' - Togetter [Togatter]

This is just a normal figure, but it suddenly made me feel incredibly anxious. pic.twitter.com/0nbHEgmPhb
— Ashi🇹@C106 Nitto 'Ka' 60ab (@kitsunefukka) August 7, 2025

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
On Bura Tamori, there was a story about a town buried under volcanic ash from Mount Fuji. They said, 'With current archaeological technology, digging up the remains would cause damage, so they hoped for future technology to preserve them and rebury them.' I thought that was a truly intelligent act. - Togetter

Discovery of a new mineral, amaterasuite: A new type of mineral found in Japan's national stone, jadeite | Kyoto University

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, and business)
Hyogo Governor Motohiko Saito undergoes voluntary questioning on suspicion of violating the Public Offices Election Act... Kobe District Public Prosecutors Office to carefully consider whether to pursue criminal charges: Yomiuri Shimbun

Abandoned 'cancer corridors' in the southern US: Trump administration overturns environmental justice | Mainichi Shimbun

Wife of former Hyogo Prefectural Assembly member who committed suicide files criminal complaint against N Party leader Tachibana for 'defamation and false rumors' [Hyogo Prefecture]: Asahi Shimbun

Family of former Hyogo Prefectural Assembly member sues NHK Party leader Takashi Tachibana | NHK | Incident

[Breaking News] Governor Saito: 'It is important to refrain from spreading information that is not true.' Wife of deceased former prefectural assembly member files criminal complaint against Tachibana (posted August 8, 2025) | YTV NEWS NNN

[Breaking News] Osaka-Kansai Expo handled approximately 170 incidents in three months, including theft of Miyakumiyaku goods and trespassing. Including accidents and rescue of lost children, the total number of incidents was approximately 900, according to the Osaka Prefectural Police (published August 8, 2025). | YTV NEWS NNN

[Full comment posted] The wife of Hideaki Takeuchi, a former Hyogo Prefectural Assembly member who filed a criminal complaint against NHK Party chairman Tachibana for defamation, said, 'The slander against the deceased continues even now.' (Published August 8, 2025) | YTV NEWS NNN

'Get permission,' GSDF commander threatens civilians during walking training on Miyakojima Island [Video Included] | Okinawa Times Plus

Mainichi survey: Why is Ishiba the next prime minister? Behind his popularity lies the shadow of Takaichi | Mainichi Shimbun

Why summer? Tokyo's COVID-19 cases increase for seven consecutive weeks - Air conditioning and travel are behind the increase. Symptoms are also changing... Why is this increasing? (Published August 8, 2025) | NTV NEWS NNN

Israeli PM unveils plan for 'total control of Gaza', security cabinet approves - BBC News

Netanyahu's plan to completely occupy Gaza divides Israelis and their allies - BBC News

Aerial footage of Gaza taken by British correspondent shows destruction - BBC News

UK to shift away from small government Thatcherism, government intervenes in 'bad smell' water supply - Nikkei

Voters haven't forgotten: Distrust remains among lawmakers attempting to 'bring down Ishiba' | Mainichi Shimbun

Kobe District Public Prosecutors Office voluntarily questioning Hyogo Governor Saito on suspicion of violating the Public Offices Election Act | Mainichi Shimbun

If the LDP splits into a Takaichi-led party and an Ishiba-led party, experts say voters would benefit the most | Daily Shincho

A letter from the prosecutor.
The sentence for the shoplifting couple who were previously caught has been finalized, and the result I requested has arrived. I can't reveal the contents or details, but the consequences were severe, as they shoplifted at many stores. Shoplifting is a theft crime. You will be caught even if you're not caught red-handed. You will definitely be caught. You will be caught. Don't do it lightly! pic.twitter.com/RlzewLbcz7
— Seven-Eleven Etajima Chuo Store (@etajima711) August 6, 2025

Calls for early LDP presidential election abound; Prime Minister Ishiba intends to continue in office following defeat in House of Councillors election | NHK | House of Councillors Election

House collapses in Kagoshima Prefecture, one person missing, flooding continues [heavy rain] | NHK | Kagoshima Prefecture

US employment statistics shock: major downward revision and dismissal of bureau chief, statistics and power questioned [New York Economics Column] | NHK | Market Column

Average supermarket rice price: ¥3,515 for 5 kg, up ¥48 from the previous week, marking the second consecutive week of price increases | NHK | Rice

Okawahara Chemical Machinery False Accusation Case: Company Says Investigation Results 'Insufficient' | NHK | Incident

Tariff discrepancy 'deserves a vote of no confidence,' says Constitutional Democratic Party's Noda and Democratic Party's Tamaki | Mainichi Shimbun

Nearly 90% of municipal hospitals are in the red, the worst ever: Nikkei Medical

◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)
Resignation agent Momuri announces reasons for resignation from a company that seem out of place in the Reiwa era... Everyone is shocked by the parade of unbelievable reasons, such as 'arriving at work three hours early' and 'being forced to borrow money from a consumer finance company' - Togetter

Ado: 'Eat your vegetables? That's impossible. Because they don't have a vegetable menu. My healthy life has already come to an end.' - Togetter

A story of a person who went to hand over their turtle to a facility that would take them in if they were too old to care for it → The contents of the consent form 'made turtles a concept' - Togetter [Togatter]

【please】
Hiroshima Electric Railway has a request for everyone who plans to take photos, videos, etc. along the line.
As we expect many customers to attend the operation of No. 156 on August 9th,
Please read it and thank you for your understanding and cooperation. pic.twitter.com/jFUWXtollz
— Hiroshima Electric Railway [Official] (@HIRODENofficial) August 8, 2025

📢Customers will vote to decide the name of the new tourist train!!

From the three proposals selected through an internal public contest, please vote for the name you think is most suitable for the new tourist train!
Those who vote will be entered into a lottery to win a gift related to the new tourist train 🎁✨
Voting period ends on Friday, August 15th at 12 noon! Please participate! 🙌… pic.twitter.com/zfdv0she0x
— Nankai Electric Railway [Official] Nankai Electric Railway (@nankai_official) August 8, 2025

I understand.
I'll show you how to do a real ponytail. https://t.co/yUScfqBuKn pic.twitter.com/dFahe1ai5h
— SATOKA☺︎3y🎀 (@SATOKA08591064) August 6, 2025

Why do you think that Japanese people can't tell the difference between Germans, French, and British people, but Chinese, Koreans, and Japanese people can? → A debate between the pros and cons - Togetter

Ryuji's Desperation Omelette Rice Announced: 'I Had No Idea It Was Already Made!!' - Togetter

Turkmenistan travel agency reveals story of Japanese tourists skipping out on tour fees: 'We trusted the Japanese 100%' - Togetter

'Gate of Hell' calms down: Turkmenistan reduces fire size with environmental considerations 10 photos International News: AFPBB News

'If my child does something wrong, please scold him as hard as you can.' There are very few situations where parents who say this to their children will scold them as hard as they can. - Togetter

I went to Toyotetsu for the first time.
This is the super sharp curve that everyone is talking about.
Amazing, it looks like it's skidding. pic.twitter.com/f70OPENoP9
— 🔖 (@t_bookmarker583) August 7, 2025

A warning using a life hack to quickly cool room-temperature beer: 'Attention all mountain climbers! This is why you can get hypothermia even in the summer!' - Togetter

Please send this to anyone with knowledge of how to revive the Shibetsu Railway monocoque bus! https://t.co/hYYUdgVqP5 pic.twitter.com/uYrK6ozUaI
— Community Bus Rider (@commu_bus) August 7, 2025

My colleague's daughter is an elementary school teacher, but she's apparently been confiding that she wants to quit. The school where she works is open from 7am to 11pm, and is nicknamed 'Seven-Eleven.' It's schools like this that wear down young people's bodies and minds. - Togetter

(Water Bureau)
【please note】
We are receiving frequent calls from people requesting a visit for a once-in-10-years pipe inspection. However, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Waterworks does not inspect water pipes or fixtures inside homes.
Beware of suspicious phone calls and visits. If you receive a visit, be sure to check the visitor's identification. If you feel unsafe, contact the police!
— Tokyo Water and Sewerage (@tocho_suido) August 6, 2025

At a small bar, an older customer was told by the bar owner, 'Don't you have enough money? Come back next time! I trust you!' and left. A little while later, he returned with the money and yelled with embarrassment, 'I want the bar owner to think that good customers gather here!' It was a place full of love.
— Miso soup (@sssgmiso) August 5, 2025

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
'Here's why lynching is bad' - A man arrested for cat abuse had his personal information exposed online and then his parents' home attacked, leading to a reduced sentence for 'being subject to certain social sanctions' - Togetter [Togatter]

Young people who can't output - | ^ω^ |

I can never go back to China... Influencer Li Roshi speaks out in his real name: 'I'm determined to continue': Asahi Shimbun GLOBE+

My 10GbE switch and USB adapter were getting too hot, so I made a DIY forced cooling shelf [Telework Goods Review No. 138] - INTERNET Watch

Previously, a high school student intern built his first robot arm using cardboard and duct tape in about three hours. Even something like this was plenty of fun.
You can start by making something like this as a summer vacation project https://t.co/Y1gCtm9MQY pic.twitter.com/QwsKKHrNiW
— Yoshifuji Ory (@origamicat) August 7, 2025

The book 'Puyo Puyo Programming' has been published

Microsoft integrates OpenAI's GPT-5 into consumer, developer and enterprise products - Microsoft News Center Japan

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)

Just when I thought it was finally a blessing, it's a disaster-level downpour. Is Reiwa's adjustment only 0 or 100? pic.twitter.com/ub1q8r1Myo
— Kenji Taguchi @ Arima Sensei's weekly serialization (@o_m_a_e_p) August 7, 2025

[Abeshi] Stupid Game Exploration #51 'Welcome to this Crazy Era' [Fist of the North Star: Legend of the Last Savior] - Niconico Video

New system paving the way for female shogi players, Souta Fujii, seven-time champion, expresses his dissent, with mixed reactions and some pointing out problems with the professional shogi system itself - Togetter

[Service Termination Notice]

As of August 8, 2025, OOParts has ceased its service.
Thank you very much for using our service over the past five years since its official release in 2020.

For the reason for the service termination, please see the press release below: https://t.co/zjqzlIMhBU
— OOParts - Visual Novels on Any Device (@OOParts_JP) August 8, 2025

Black Inc. sells cloud gaming system 'OOParts Engine' to Assis Inc., operator of 'DLsite' | Press Release

Deer dentistry pic.twitter.com/IUY23lbCLr
— Ekaki510 (Biomimicry Association) (@ekaki510) August 7, 2025

Moodboard, but it's all Thalia ^^ pic.twitter.com/du7huhWsyx
— Floki (@FlokiPainter) August 8, 2025

Now this pic.twitter.com/bRNiHTbPVL
— rara (hijiki) (@wanwa_fufu) August 6, 2025

pic.twitter.com/QCsKzKYOoa
— Enrin (@yen_rin) August 7, 2025

Sleeping with a cat pic.twitter.com/Z09yN7iqki
— Rabbit Ears 😇 9/7 Committee C46a (@usagitoseino) August 7, 2025

Mysterious blue bruise pic.twitter.com/p7yYKWHC1U
— Hide (@hide_pau) August 7, 2025

TV anime 'Dandadan' HAYASii 'Hunting Soul' [lyric video] - YouTube

YOSHIKI Confused: 'I don't know anything about this' about X JAPAN's homage to anime song - Entertainment: Nikkan Sports

I'm going to buy a spaceship and go to Earth with Shuji!
I have to earn money for that! #GQuuuuuuX #GeakuAxepic.twitter.com /aKk8hlp1NI
— Reprilo @ Summer Comic Market Saturday East Sa 03a (@reprilo_channel) August 7, 2025

\\ Released in theaters on Friday, October 31st ///

Special edition ' #UruzuHunt ' &
#IronBlood10thAnniversaryNewShotCommemoration #Interlude

◤￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣◥
Main visual revealed◣＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿◢

The story of Venus' boy, Wisterio, and a new short story featuring Mikazuki and friends... pic.twitter.com/OY95O7xrlx
— Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans (@g_tekketsu) August 7, 2025

10th Anniversary Special PV │ Special Edition 'Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Urdr Hunt - The Trail of a Small Challenger' / Simultaneous Screening of Iron-Blooded Orphans 10th Anniversary New Short Film 'Interlude Wedge' [Released October 31st (Friday)] - YouTube

Ideals and realitypic.twitter.com/VD1i0aubAm
— pen sister (@pensis_x) August 7, 2025

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— Hayami Axel (@hayami_accel) August 6, 2025

▼△▼△▼△▼△▼
To the land of no return,
Those who challenge.
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Made in Abyss movie series to be made into an anime

[Part 1] Made in Abyss: Awakening Mystery, to be released in 2026 #miabyss #MadeinAbysspic.twitter.com /J0k4lLAM6n
— Official 'Made in Abyss' anime (@miabyss_anime) August 7, 2025

Notice of out-of-print and discontinuation of digital book distribution of 'White Lilies Never Turn Vermilion' – @yuna-hirasawa on Tumblr

If they win, everything becomes a beautiful memory! Why they exposed a scandalous baseball team to the whole country | Mugen Hondana: A manga history that will disappear in 50 years

◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
Cinema Qualite Closure Notice » Shinjuku Cinema Qualite

Other reports of violence on Koryo High School's baseball team spread on social media, but the school was unable to confirm them | NHK | #HighSchoolBaseball

Japan High School Baseball Federation announces information provided by former member of Koryo High School baseball team regarding violence in the team - Sankei News

Assault case at Koryo High School 'deeply regrettable' - Minister of Education Abe calls for calm response as social media becomes heated: Jiji.com

Koryo High School Baseball Team Needs Isolation and Counseling... It's tough for high school students to simultaneously experience the biggest moment of their lives and the worst digital tattoo of their lives - Togetter

Koryo High School, amid violence scandal, wins first game at Koshien; coach blames players for worrying, says he didn't tell them about the incident - Sankei News

There have been many posts on social media criticizing the school, but according to Coach Nakai, the players left their smartphones in Hiroshima, and the coach himself said, 'I have not informed them of the current situation.'

[Breaking News] Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Deplores Koryo Baseball Team's Violence | 47NEWS

The recent scandal involving the Koryo High School baseball team is in no way something that can be defended.
However, I cannot forgive the fact that some people are spreading false rumors about the underground entertainment industry and Butch being created by Uemoto in this current scandal.
In reality, it is more of a long-standing evil tradition of Koryo.
I am one year younger than Uemoto-san and was on the baseball team for three years.
— Meru (@Ivy_meru) August 6, 2025

I know it's not good to make broad statements, but I've always felt uncomfortable with the 'sports are innocent' atmosphere in this country → Various reactions gathered - Togetter [Togatter]

♬
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One day
With a black market part-time job

Mr. Bear
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It's over!
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Illegal part-time job #Fuku Suzuki
VS
Strongest #Brown bear #Movie Brown bear
̶1̶1̶.̶2̶1̶ Beware of appearing ⚠ pic.twitter.com/nYrnEzczqk
— Official 'Higuma!!' Movie (@HigumaMovie) August 7, 2025

#BrownBear !!

It's a movie about me doing an illegal part-time job and getting attacked by a brown bear.
Stay tuned! #FukuSuzukipic.twitter.com /FdN8ZxgUpf
— Suzuki Fuku (@Suzuki_Fuku_TE) August 7, 2025

◆New products (clothing, food, housing)
[Matsunoya] Plenty of tomatoes and tender beef 'Hayashi rice with plenty of tomatoes' now available | Matsuya Foods

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